April 7th is World Health Day, a World Health Organisation (WHO) advocacy day that each year draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world. For 2025 the theme is ‘Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures’ focusing on the health of mothers and babies. It is our goal here to spread […]
Are you aware of our OptiPlan? Our ‘OptiPlan Complete’ is our comprehensive eye care plan, available to all Opticare patients for only £14 per month. Join the OptiPlan and become part of the Opticare family. You can enjoy the benefits of superior eyecare with the added bonus of saving on all your eyewear purchases in […]
Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a common condition that affects the middle part of your vision. It is more common from the age of 60, and is the leading cause of vision loss for older adults. Whilst AMD does not cause total blindness, it can make everyday activities like reading and recognising faces difficult. Without […]
Are you taking part in Dry January or Veganuary? Your eyes will probably be thanking you for it! Staying away from alcohol and eating a healthier, balanced diet can have all sorts of positive impacts on your eye health. In this blog, we’re going to look at the impact of alcohol and healthy eating on […]
Based on the current weather, it’s safe to say that we’re now heading into winter. These colder months means it’s imperative to look after both your eyes and body as we head into cold and flu season. We’ve put together a list of our best winter eye care tips to keep your vision clear and […]
Do you or someone you know have diabetes? Are you aware of diabetic retinopathy? Do you know the steps to take for prevention? In this guide we’re going to cover everything you need to know about diabetic retinopathy, and your eyes and diabetes. What is Diabetic Retinopathy? Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes caused […]
As winter approaches and the days get shorter, you’ll tend to find yourself driving in the dark more often. Driving in the dark or at night can be a lot more intimidating than driving during the day, especially for inexperienced drivers. Dark roads, poor visibility, and glare caused by artificial lights are just some of […]
With Halloween around the corner, you or your children might be busy planning your costume and preparing final touches, but do you know how scary some Halloween costume makeup can be for your eyes? In this blog we’re going to go over advice for keeping you and your child’s eyes safe this Halloween. Halloween […]
Each year, people around the world celebrate World Sight Day on the second Thursday in October. In 2024, it falls on October 10. The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) launched World Sight Day to raise global awareness about the importance of eye care in young people and to inspire children everywhere to […]
If you work on a computer all day or have a teenager constantly on their phone, you’re likely to have heard of ‘blue light’ and maybe even searched for advice on protecting against it. Enter blue light glasses. Blue light glasses have recently been on the rise in popularity due to claims that they can […]
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